New Canadians As Home Buyers

Recently I had the opportunity to speak at New Journey Housing in Winnipeg. They work with new Canadians, helping them find housing – everything from rentals to buying their first home here. This fabulous place is a resource that I didn’t even know...

The “Crappy Apartment” Phase

So. Something that’s been happening more and more in our society is that kids are staying at home with their folks for longer. I totally get why this is a thing; rents are no longer cheap, school is expensive, in some cases decently paying jobs are impossible to find,...

Price Is Key!

Okay. Clearly the market is not the same as it was a year ago, or even 6 months ago. This is not a tragedy, or a reason to panic. The real estate market changes CONSTANTLY, even without factoring in economies and seasons of the year, it is a fluid creature that just...

Ice Damming Explained

I was asked recently what Ice Damming is. “Is it just Beavers on your roof? Lol.” While that calls to mind an adorable yet disturbing image, I thought perhaps I’d write a wee blog about it to clear things up as best I can. Ice Damming is when snow...

The Realities Of Buying A Home

I love working with buyers; it can be one of the most rewarding parts of my job. Whether you’re a first-time-buyer or not, the experience of buying a home is a journey. It can be emotional, educational, frustrating, exciting and rewarding all at once –...